Dorset and Wiltshire’s fire authority will today decide the future of eight threatened fire stations and how the service balances its books, in one of its most significant meetings in years.

A talented DJ and father died in a tragic incident after falling down the stairs at a bar in Bridport, a coroner has heard

A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash.

Delays are being reported on a main road due to a crash

LOCAL harbours have seen a dip in activities as a squeeze on spending takes its toll.

The next round of closures on the A35 that have caused concerns in the area are commencing this week

29 June 2026 The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public across the county to find the next of kin of a man who died in Bournemouth.

Memories of Dame Penelope Keith’s visits to West Dorset villages and Wimborne theatre are being shared following her death.

Dorset Police and partner agencies are joining forces to tackle anti-social behaviour during Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week.

Dorset & Devon Holiday Cottages has expanded its accommodation portfolio with the launch of a new luxury glamping offering near Lyme Regis.

Beneath its idyllic streets, Beaminster once hid a world of child labour, harsh industry and brutal punishment

Lyme Regis was filled with music, colour and energy as the B Sharp Busking Festival returned to the town on Saturday

This stunning Dorset 4-mile coastal walk on the Isle of Portland features wild cliffs and unforgettable sea views

The tragic sinking of HMS Formidable in 1915 led to a daring escape, with one pinnace eventually making landfall at West Dorset

Doc Martin star Martin Clunes has revealed the moment his puppies attacked a lamb on his farm near Beaminster in West Dorset, leaving him feeling “horrified”.

Bridport professional wrestler JJ Gale is preparing for one of the biggest nights of his life when he steps into the ring at London’s Wembley Arena this August.

Bridport residents have said social media is creating ‘monsters’ as the Government announce an imminent ban for children

This is an old picture of Bridport’s isolation hospital, built in 1898 to stop deadly diseases spreading

Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning to anyone still on a standard variable tariff as the Energy Price Cap shoots up next week

Obesity is one of the most significant health challenges facing our country.

Engineering works on the Weymouth-Waterloo line today and tomorrow will cause disruption, it is warned. South Western Railway (SWR) is reminding customers to check before travelling this weekend, Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28, as works in t...

The Western Area Transport Action Group (WATAG) will host the public transport meeting at Bridport Town Council Offices on Thursday, July 2, at 6.30pm.

A teenager completed a 50km walk under the summer sun to raise money for a good cause.

Internationally acclaimed musicians Arturo Serna and Ana Laura Manero will perform publicly at Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport on July 9.

An iconic clothing shop in Bridport that has been a pillar of the town’s retail facilities for more than 140 years is up for sale

MINOR injuries have been reported after two vehicles crashed on the A35 in west Dorset.

Live updates following a crash on the A35 in Dorset which is causing long delays to traffic between Axminster and Bridport

STUDENTS were forced to evacuate a school in Dorchester after a lightning related power surge made the building unsafe.

Morrisons shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning after the supermarket recalled one of its products

An Oscar winning actress with ties to west Dorset is backing an appeal to save a community hub in west Dorset

A PLEA is being made for people help protect emergency services this weekend after the ambulance service which covers Dorset experienced its busiest day on record.

A routine morning turned to tragedy after a light aircraft crashed near an airfield, leaving the pilot dead and prompting an investigation into what happened.

Bridport & Lyme Regis weather: sunny spells, highs up to 25C, gusty winds, and very high pollen levels forecast 26–29 June. Local weekend outlook.

A new DC superhero film and the latest instalment in a slapstick comedy series are among films being shown in Dorset cinemas this weekend.

A VILLAGE pub has been forced to pour its last pint due to increasing pressures on the hospitality sector.

The next round of closures on the A35 that have caused concerns in the area are commencing next week

“DON’T park illegally  - we’ll get you” – the stark warning from Dorset Council leader Nick Ireland.

A fourth-generation bakery has expanded into Abbotsbury, bringing more than a century of baking heritage to the village

A reader is appalled by the number of Dorset dog owners walking dogs in the heat and says 'it's madness'

ADOPTIONS in Dorset are taking an average of 315 days – said to be much better than other councils.

Highlands End Holiday Park, Cummins Farm, Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping, and Pineapple Farm Holidays are on Campsites.co.uk Outstanding Sites list

Two internationally acclaimed musicians will be giving a recital to inspire students at a secondary school in west Dorset.

Work experience before the age of 16 could be the key to tackling youth unemployment, a new report has found.

The current heatwave will continue with the Met Office saying the record-breaking temperatures could be “beaten again”.

Live updates during the heatwave that we are currently experiencing in across Dorset

Dorset fire stations at risk of closure have been handed a temporary lifeline - but a crunch vote next week will decide whether councillors back a rescue plan that could save them permanently

Schools across west Dorset are introducing a range of measures to cope with extreme heat, including relaxed uniform rules and cancelled activities

RESIDENTS are being asked to help preserve water as temperatures soar to record levels

Dorset’s chief fire officer has praised village campaigners for playing a “pivotal” role in potentially saving eight threatened fire stations

THUNDERSTORMS are now expected to hit Dorset after the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for Thursday evening